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Luttrell proposes act for improved military health assessments
By Houston Daily | Nov 4, 2024
Congressman Morgan Luttrell has introduced the Specialist Joey Lenz Act of 2024.
Abbott appoints Rodriguez to State Pension Review Board
By Houston Daily | Oct 31, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott has announced the appointment of Roel “Roy” Rodriguez, P.E., to the State Pension Review Board.
Houston invites public to veterans day celebration on November 11
By Houston Daily | Oct 31, 2024
Mayor John Whitmire has extended an invitation to the public for the annual "Houston Salutes American Heroes Veterans Day Celebration."
Repeat offender receives lengthy prison term for shooting Houston police officers
By Houston Daily | Oct 31, 2024
A Seabrook resident has been sentenced to two 75-year prison terms for shooting at two Houston police officers during a traffic stop in 2022, resulting in permanent injuries to one of the officers.
Governor Abbott renews drought disaster proclamation for multiple Texas counties
By Houston Daily | Oct 27, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott has amended and renewed a disaster proclamation initially issued on July 8, 2022, addressing the ongoing drought conditions in Texas.
Houston woman receives 43-year sentence for deputy's death in DUI case
By Houston Daily | Oct 26, 2024
A Houston woman has been sentenced to 43 years in prison for the death of a Harris County sheriff’s deputy, as announced by Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg.
McCaul honors new Texas A&M president with resolution at investiture
By Houston Daily | Oct 25, 2024
College Station, Texas – U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul presented a resolution to Texas A&M University's president, retired Air Force General Mark A. Welsh III, recognizing his dedication and commitment to the United States, Texas, and the...
De La Cruz introduces bill to boost funding for national diabetes prevention program
By Houston Daily | Oct 25, 2024
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz, representing Texas's 15th district, has introduced the Diabetes Prevention Program Reauthorization Act of 2024.
Congressman addresses USPS issues impacting Texas constituents
By Houston Daily | Oct 24, 2024
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul has reached out to Postmaster General DeJoy regarding ongoing issues with the United States Postal Service (USPS) in Bryan and College Station, Texas.
Houston man receives multiple concurrent sentences totaling 50 years
By Houston Daily | Oct 24, 2024
A Houston man has been sentenced to 50 years in prison for each of four felonies, including a 2008 murder and selling drugs while incarcerated.
Congresswoman seeks Congressional Gold Medal for local war hero
By Houston Daily | Oct 24, 2024
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz has put forward the Lance Corporal Dustin Sekula Congressional Gold Medal Act. This bill aims to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to Lance Corporal Dustin Sekula, a native of Edinburg, Texas. The legislation intends to recognize Sekula's service and sacrifice for his country.
McCaul criticizes Biden-Harris administration over FY 2024 migrant encounter numbers
By Houston Daily | Oct 23, 2024
Congressman Michael McCaul of Texas has expressed strong criticism of the Biden-Harris administration following the release of U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Fiscal Year 2024 migrant encounter statistics.
Funding announced for UTRGV dry room project and Edinburg sewer improvements
By Houston Daily | Oct 23, 2024
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz has announced nearly $2 million in funding for community projects in South Texas. The University of Texas – Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) is set to receive $500,000 for its Manufacturing Incubator Dry Room Project, which aims to foster innovation and investment in the region. Additionally, the City of Edinburg will benefit from nearly $1.4 million allocated for the Lift Station No. 19 Force Main Realignment and Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project. This project is designed to enhance water safety by addressing overflow issues in existing sanitary...
Congressman Babin criticizes DHS policy on Lebanese nationals
By Houston Daily | Oct 23, 2024
U.S. Congressman Brian Babin, representing Texas's 36th district, has expressed strong opposition to a recent policy change announced by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This policy grants Temporary Protected Status and work authorization to Lebanese nationals currently residing in the United States due to ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Pasadena man receives life sentences for killing pregnant wife
By Houston Daily | Oct 22, 2024
A Pasadena man, Alex Daniel Guajardo, was sentenced to two life terms plus an additional 10 years in prison after admitting guilt to the murder of his pregnant wife, Caitlynne Rose Infinger Guajardo, and their unborn child.
Mayor Whitmire promotes voter education initiative ahead of Election Day
By Houston Daily | Oct 21, 2024
As Election Day nears, Mayor John Whitmire is encouraging Houstonians to engage in their civic duty through VoteHouston.org.
Man receives life sentence for murder of teenage girl in Humble
By Houston Daily | Oct 19, 2024
A man from Humble has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the murder of his girlfriend's teenage daughter.
Criticism mounts against Biden-Harris administration's support for plastic production caps
By Houston Daily | Oct 16, 2024
On October 15, Congressman Dan Crenshaw (TX-02) spearheaded a letter from members of the House Energy and Commerce Committee and House Foreign Affairs Committee to U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken. The letter expresses concerns over the Biden-Harris administration's recent support for plastic production caps in the United Nations’ Global Plastics Treaty. According to the signatories, these production limits could hinder U.S. economic activity and increase dependence on countries with less stringent emissions standards.
Rep. Nehls urges passage of JUDGES Act to tackle court backlog
By Houston Daily | Oct 16, 2024
Congressman Troy E. Nehls has authored an op-ed for The Dallas Morning News, focusing on the Judicial Understaffing Delays Getting Emergencies Solved (JUDGES) Act of 2024. This legislation aims to address the backlog in federal courts by increasing the number of judgeships.
De La Cruz introduces act for transparency in South Texas water negotiations
By Houston Daily | Oct 16, 2024
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz has introduced the Water Delivery Transparency Act, a legislative proposal aimed at addressing water challenges in South Texas. The bill seeks to ensure that agricultural producers and local stakeholders have a say in negotiations under the 1944 Water Treaty with Mexico. This comes as Mexico continues to fall short on its water delivery obligations.